Red Rocks Packing List

What to Bring to the Desert

Red Rocks is set in the Spring Mountain Range, which is at a higher elevation than Las Vegas. The weather can vary from warm and sunny to cold, wet and windy. Don’t be fooled by the weather report for town! To assure yourself of being happy and comfortable, make sure to bring the following.

Photo courtesy of Beth Elliot

Clothing

- Multiple layers of clothing, including non-cotton to climb/hang out in if it’s cold
- Shorts
- T-shirts or tank tops
- Long loose-fitting pants
- Long sleeved shirt
- Lightweight non-cotton long underwear top & bottom
- Expedition weight fleece/wool shirt
- Warm fleece/wool hat for cold
- Wind shirt/light rain jacket
- Fleece/wool gloves
- Sunscreen, SPF lip balm, sunglasses
- Ball cap/visor/full-brimmed hat for sun
- Lightweight approach shoes (closed-toed)
- Comfy Crocs or sandals for camp (open-toe shoes not recommended: think cacti!)
- Warm parka or down coat for colder nights around camp
- A nice outfit including closed-toed shoes (required) for an optional night at a casino

Gear

- Helmet, harness, chalk bag and climbing shoes if you own them*
*demo gear is limited, so please bring the above items if you have them
- Daypack
- 3 locking carabiners
- Self-locking belay/rappel device (ex: Petzl Reverso)
- 1 double length sling 48”
- Rack, if leading
- Headlamp, extra batteries
- Water capacity for 2 quarts while out climbing
- Pocket knife
- Camera
- Personal hygiene items, towel
- Cup for hot drinks, bowl/plate, silverware
- Camp chair if desired
- Ground pad for sleeping

NOTE: Water available in campground. Showers not available in campground. Bring your solar shower, or… you can get a shower at one of three locations within a few minutes drive from the campground. Sleeping bags and tents provided. Bring your own towel and personal items.